2-oleoylglycerol

2-Oleoylglycerol (CAS 3443-84-3) is a monoglyceride formed from glycerol and oleic acid, functioning as an emulsifier, carrier, and humectant.

Where is 2-oleoylglycerol used?

• Pharmaceutical formulation: lipid-based carrier in drug delivery systems, improving solubilization and absorption of poorly water-soluble active ingredients
• Food: emulsifier that stabilizes fat-in-water systems in processed foods, spreads, and bakery products
• Personal care: skin-conditioning emollient and co-emulsifier in creams and lotions, supporting moisture retention
• It serves as a biochemical reference standard and research reagent in lipid metabolism studies.

Good to know: Structurally distinct from the more common 1-oleoylglycerol isomer; positional specificity matters in research-grade and specialty formulation. Isomeric purity is a critical procurement specification for laboratory and clinical researchers.

Commercial specifications

• Purity specifications commonly confirmed by HPLC
• Research-grade and high-purity grades for analytical applications
• Packaging from small laboratory quantities to larger volumes for industrial formulation